Moving forward together with purpose and confidence
Te Arawa Lakes Trust is responsible for the oversight and management of Te Arawa’s settlement assets, including the region’s 14 lakes.
Te Arawa Lakes Trust was established in 2006 to receive, manage and administer the trust funds on behalf of and for the benefit of present and future members of Te Arawa.
He Maimai Aroha – the passing of Dr Sir Toby Curtis

Kei hea koutou ka ngaro nei!
Tēnā kua riro ki Paerau
Ki te huihuinga o te kahurangi ka oti atu koutou e!
Kua hinga te totara nui a Nopera (Toby) Tamihana Curtis 13.11.1939 – 17.08.2022
He tama nā Timi Te Po James Curtis nō Ngāti Rongomai, rāua ko Taipapaki Curtis (nee Paora) nō Ngāti Pikiao/Tainui.
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Restoring the our Freshwater Taonga: Te Waikai Otaota recommences on Te Arawa Lakes
Te Arawa Lakes Trust, in partnership with the Bay of Plenty Regional Council and Land Information New Zealand, will be commencing its bi-annual aquatic weed control programme across the Te Arawa Lakes from the 12th of May. Targeted aquatic spraying will be taking...
Wallace Haumaha and Te Ururoa Flavell Appointed as Chairman and Deputy Chairman of Te Arawa Lakes Trust.
Te Arawa Lakes Trust proudly announces the appointment of Wallace Haumaha as Chairman and Te Ururoa Flavell as Deputy Chairman. These esteemed leaders bring decades of experience in governance, leadership, and advocacy to their new roles, ensuring a strong future for...
Blue Lake Multisport Event Lake Tikitapu
Kia ora e te whānau! Blue Lake Multisports is offering event passes to registered members of Te Arawa Lakes Trust and Tuhourangi Tribal Authority for their event at Lake Tikitapu on Saturday 25th - Sunday 26th January 2025. To secure your pass please register...